3 installing the air locker, Bench testing the air locker – ARB RD110 User Manual
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3 Installing the Air Locker
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Bench Testing the Air Locker
c To bench test the Air Locker; when 620kPa [90 PSI] shop air is
applied to the seal housing tube, the Air Locker should engage.
c Check all fittings and the seal housing for air leaks.
c Rotate the differential carrier by turning the pinion flange whilst
applying air pressure.
NOTE : An accurate way to test for air leaks is to fit a shut-off
valve to an air pressure gauge. (Fig.16.) Once 620 KPA
[90 PSI] is reached the valve can be off, the air hose
disconnected, and the pressure gauge observed to see
if there is any drop in pressure.
Figure 16.
c If a leak is found to be present, spray a soap and water mixture
onto the bulkhead air fitting. Bubbles should appear at any leak
points.
NOTE : Do not spray this soapy mixture inside the differential.
c Check that leaky fittings have been adequately tightened.
c Disassemble, clean threads, and reapply thread sealant if leaking
persists.
c If a leak is found at the seal housing, remove the Air Locker and
carefully remove the seal housing assembly and examine the O-
rings. Be very careful with the O-rings and check for defects,
damage, wear, or presence of foreign material in the O-ring
grooves. Replace if necessary.